FTI stall converter install. Texas Speed was WRONG.

Let's go over a few misconceptions about torque converters, what they do, and when they are needed. Then, install an FTI 3,000 stall converter in the 4L60e that we run in the C10 Squarebody. #C10 #squarebody #converter #torque #torqueconverter #swap #chevy #truck #lsswap
Link to converter: ftiperformance...
Link to this build series: • New Square Body Build ...

[@disolejunk]

Bro. Best torque converter video on KZbin. Highly underrated and viewed. You just earned a new subscriber. I just installed 2500 stall on my Ls cammed s10. Just like that. 👍👍

[@jelenekoutdoors9023]

One of the nicest C10's out there it seems, love how you did it, so you can still daily it if need be, Nice work man.

[@rockfordhx2768]

His truck is super nice super clean a body man took his time with that thing forsure only reason saying cause only a body man who owns that will do that type of work to his car go to the above and extreme get every nook and cranny

[@BeeloNation]

Hey man.. Just watched your entire build series on the C10 and you just gained a subscriber. really enjoy what you're doing...

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thanks so much for your support!

[@jaysenwarner6125]

I love that truck, looks like a lot of money was put into it.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

For sure. Are you the cuz Jaysen?

[@foreverc10]

That is a nice truck! Forever C10 ✌️

[@bluecollarhotrods9781]

I have the same cam in an LQ4 in my truck with a 4L80E. I put what was supposed to be a 2800 stall converter in it. It only flashes to 2200 via HPT, on drag radials it leaves the line like a flock of turtles. Even in an LQ4, this cam made peak TQ at 4700 RPM. I'll be swapping to a 3400-3800 converter before the end of the year. Awesome truck BTW! I don't think I have seen many others as well-executed as yours.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thanks! LMK how you like the new stall.

[@shooterpcb]

Same here. 4L60E with 2800 in 2007 Silverado Z71 4x4. Takes a minute to get to rpm and shifts hard. Not really daily driver friendly.

[@bluecollarhotrods9781]

@@GreaseMonkeyTV I ended up with a great deal on an FTI 3200 - it's much better. Unfortunately too hot for any more track testing. But, initially it 60 foots almost two tenths better than the previous converter. In about 4-5 months I'll revisit things and see if I can squeeze a little more out of it. I did manage to go 13.000 @ 105.84 MPH on that tight converter. The -787 DA weather helped, but it still didn't 60 foot very well. If I didn't daily my truck, I think I would have went with a 4000 stall to be honest.

[@bluecollarhotrods9781]

@@GreaseMonkeyTV Oh, and BTW - I picked up a 78 SWB roller last month. L92/4L80E swap incoming.

[@gearhead7896]

Yes, very good video. I have a cammed (Cam Motion Little Chopper) PPV and I'm running a ZL1 converter (2000-2400). My car bucks a little because of this.

[@Mild2WildGarage]

Beautiful truck! Just ordered a triple disc 3800 stall for my slammed obs 4x4 blazer with ls turbo 4l80 and wanted to see some real results of comparable vehicles with high stall converters.. thanks for the vid!

[@itsjustaguy27]

Oh boy that sounds like its going to be some very good fun

[@Southrn_Maniacyago]

That shits gonna run like a mf

[@rickybellamy8191]

Great job! I will be experiencing this in 2 more months. Nice review.

[@Merky_water_0311]

Wish I seen this when I put a cam in my truck. I just got a circle d stall converter for it. When I did cam it I was unsure if I needed to upgrade or not lol this would have helped a lot

[@jgross5253]

Perfect convertor video. Thanks for the work you’ve done on this.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thanks for the kind words.

[@TheJeffe613]

Job well done on that truck! looks damn good.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thanks so much.

[@fakie180]

Great looking truck!!

[@jessethompson1545]

Good looking truck. Nice job on the build

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thanks so much!

[@elianperformance5794]

I have a 02 ext cab lq4 6.0 swapped stock 4l60e with a 3200 circle d stall and it moves , Ive beat almost any truck I’ve raced that’s cammed , no one ever puts a stall when they throw a cam in their truck , truck is by no means a race truck or nothing I tow a lot with it and it does great

[@shadowopsairman1583]

Make sure you have a better transcooler on it

[@roberthurtado6291]

Great explanation on everything!! I went back to see where you were taking measurements from and to and all I could make out was the fly wheel. Where were you measuring to?

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Back of the flexplate surface to the front of the converter mount tabs. Measure while the converter is pushed all the way against the transmission. This tells you how much shimming is needed to space the converter from the trans.

[@STEVEEDG]

I installed that same converter in my stock 4l60e and fried the trans after a couple months probably because I had a 1/4 inch gap between converter and flexplate 😬.

[@BrokenLuxury777]

😮

[@lukeschannel650]

Mad video mate !! From Australia

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thanks homie!

[@collin3729]

That truck is awesome

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thanks man!

[@andrewpate9157]

This is something I am definitely curious about. If you had it to do again would you do the same or maybe a smaller stall?

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Maybe smaller for street only use.

[@oldchevytruck4428]

4K stalls forever!!! ❤❤

[@michaelmaloney6112]

I drive with a 3200 stall from circle D on my Sierra, well used to getting my transmission rebuilt at Grinn racing, but you get used to it on the street. The hesitation is like getting in first with a manual car it’s not too bad. If you would have dropped diameters you probably would have liked the drive ability better. That looks like a 278mm right?

[@LightHills]

What year 4l60e did you put this converter in if you dont mind me asking??? ( thinking about grabbing this one for my 72 Nova with 2002 5.3LS/1999-2000 4L60E and a 3.73 gear running a BTR Stg 2 Truck Cam Vortech Supercharger on low boost 6psi ) Around 500 whp currently but still on stock converter

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Not sure the year. Shouldn't matter.

[@bobgyetvai9444]

@@GreaseMonkeyTV it Very Much matters !!! There are differences that are MAJOR Considerations that matter Big Time when considering a Converter purchase !!!

[@hayden6056]

​​@@bobgyetvai9444what changes to the LS series 4l60 over the years is absolutely crucial when choosing the correct torque converter?

[@lylegoodluck]

What engine, trans, and axle gearing?

[@muddiggin7]

How is the vintage air working? I just purchased mine, really need it here in south Texas lol.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Very happy with it.

[@billskalicky5400]

What is the truck like if you are going downhill and downshift for engine breaking? Does the high stall allow engine breaking?

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Works like stock. Thanks for watching!

[@85boxLS]

Nice video did u have too retune after new install

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

THX. Didn't have to. Your tune should be dialed at any RPM regardless of time spent there.

[@gerardgeter6750]

What size gears

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

3.73

[@jamesdelacruz3770]

Whats up came across your video researching for my own build got a single cab bagged 2003 Silverado(4300LB) on 265/35r22 with a 5.3 with the Texas Speed Chopacabra Cam 214/222 .550/.550 108 LSA 106 ICL would a Circle D 3000-3200 stall (4L60e) be good?

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Perfect.

[@jamesdelacruz3770]

@@GreaseMonkeyTV appreciate your response brother! got you a new subscriber

[@JcSRT]

What exhaust does it have? Sounds nice!

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Speed-engineering

[@RicksRides1]

What is the RPM @ 70 now vs with the stock torque converter?

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Doesn’t change

[@Martincustomdesign]

Why dont you drive it .

[@erikturner5073]

People don't drive classic builds like modern dailys.

[@ricksears9404]

I put a 3000 street racer FTI converter in my build and that mf does the business when you smash it but drives almost like a stock converter. If you didn’t know it was in there you couldn’t tell

[@itsjustaguy27]

I like how you pointed out the closed course in mexico 😂😂

[@luiscarrasquillo9743]

Man, so happy you made this video! I took the advise and bought the same converter you got and made a world of a difference. Thank you for sharing this video 👍🏼💪🏻🙏🏼

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Awesome! That's why we do it.

[@vortexgen1]

Interesting wrestling moves for jacking up the transmission.😉

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Good catch

[@michaelalbert6421]

I wonder what this vehicle idles @ in park/neutral compared to idle rpm in Drive. Does the rpm drop significantly when put into drive? I have a 400 big block. It needs to idle @ 1300rpm in park, in drive it idles @800rpm. If I set idle to 800rpm in park, the vehicle will shut off if put in drive. Any advice helps. Thanks

[@snoopklogg]

I have a pontiac 455.....488ft lbs @ 3200 rpm....

[@simbanugz2906]

When my 12 mustang 3.7 was n/a a circle D 3c (3000-3200) helped me go from 12.9 @108 to 12.5 @109 convertor only. Other then adding a pro charger nothing added more performance. Awesome video and sick truck. I have a old 1980 Silverado I just picked up. Going to watch all your videos

[@TysonPaxton1214]

My GTO had a 3200 stall and pushed through the brakes a little bit. Not enough stall for my stage 4 cam. Going 3800 hard hit

[@richarderickson4208]

Thanks for a good vidio .. you didn't make it about you.. thanks

[@DE-ok4ld]

I have a 3200 stall going in my LS (6.0) swapped Square!

[@ricmorris6789]

Beautiful truck, especially the wheels! Enjoyed the video & plan to watch others on the build.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@jimwest986]

I WOULD HAVE CHANGED THE FRONT PUMP SEAL

[@jaydubb71]

That idle surge can be tuned out. My TSP cam in my G8 is bigger than the Chopacabra cam and mine doesn't surge like that. I reduced the chop significantly with the tune (I tuned it myself). I run a ZL1/CTS-V converter. Edit: your idle speed REALLY needs to be raised slightly. 750-800 RPM. Looks like it's trying to idle 600-700 RPM. And your tuner can possibly give you a little more down low...

[@shadowopsairman1583]

Who knows if the brake system was upgraded on that truck.

[@rboynton8671]

I added an aftermarket cooler to ensure the heat is dissipated after putting in a higher stall converter.

[@boost1728]

As one should…

[@chickensoup5452]

Did you have to tune the trans after the TQ upgrade? Also what rear gears do you have? Thanks

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Nope. 3.73

[@andy3590]

I just switched from a stock to a jegs 2700. I have a sloppy stage 2 and it was trying to push through at a stop. Now the thing won't even go unless I push it hard

[@Avalanche2]

Im going with a FTI Performance SB2800LS with my sloppy stage 2 cam. Thanks for the video.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thanks for watching!

[@Avalanche2]

@@GreaseMonkeyTV Got it (SB2800LS) in today, AMAZING!! Makes the cam idle in gear SO much more stable and tolerable!! Havent gone for a rip yet, but I'm sure it will be great!

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

@@Avalanche2 Sweet!

[@bigtires100]

Disappointed that you never filmed your tach when you tested the stall of the converter while motionless.

[@reginaldhayes6281]

How much is your truck lower in front and rear ,

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Not sure. It’s TCI suspension on coilovers all around. Vids on this channel

[@hondatech5000]

Truck is badass

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thank you!

[@juliansdiamonds]

Very well explained !!!

[@frankdatank7751]

dam that oil pan hanging low,

[@martinolivas319]

I noticed your oil pan is sitting below engine cradle, what drop kit do you have and are you not worried

[@voradethsayaloune768]

Thanks for the great detailed video!! So i put a sloppy mechanic stage 2 cam and recommended a 2500-2800 stall converter. Like yours it doesn't lauch as quickly like my old stock transmission. Would you think going with higher stall converter be ok? Just at a loss right now! Any recommendation wouldngive me a start!!! Thank you again!!

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

It depends on vehicle weight and gearing also. I used a 2,500 stall w that cam on another build. (On this channel)

[@voradethsayaloune768]

@@GreaseMonkeyTV thank you again for taking the time to respond I have a 2000 silverado 1500. Reg cab shortbox 2wd. 3:42 gears. Before cam swap and torque converter swap it was much snappier. Sent into a tuner to program. Just doesn't seem right. First timer on rebuilding ls on my own. Sorry for all the questions!! Thanks again!!

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

@@voradethsayaloune768 So the heavier the car, the lower stall you can use. I believe yours is where it should be. Keep in mind, the idea is to let it get to the power range easier. What you had was a stock cam making more power off idle as well as a stock converter. You'll run quicker ETs with the current setup. But, you'll have to increase throttle input which makes it seem "slower".

[@voradethsayaloune768]

@GreaseMonkeyTV thank you so much!! I forgot to say when I'm at 40 mph plus it really does get after it. I was just hoping it wasn't something majorly wrong or it was something I did! Thanks again for all the info!! Definitely subscribed and keep up the great videos and helpful tips!!! You da man!!!

[@bryonweatherford1772]

That method of using the jack handle while lying down is the same method I use.

[@timmorrow678]

MO, likes a red and black square body, and an informative video, ty! Be safe out there bro.

[@musclebone7875]

High stall converters are only good for doing burnouts😆

[@Papaws-Hobbies]

Thank you so much. Getting ready to change to a little peppier motor in mine. I will do along with it.

[@tommccarthy7227]

Great explanation!

[@____MC____]

Sounds like it needs just a bit more

[@chadmarley774]

who cares unless you are racing, that rough lopeing and surging is AWESOME for the overall driving experience of an old school v8.

[@realblakrawb]

The lope is due to in efficiency down low. Cams are just moving the effective power curve in the rpm, or defeating smog reduction attempts by manufacturers(or horsepower restrictions) .... A-la the low horsepower 400ci small blocks.

[@ericuncapher9922]

Nice truck!

[@luiscarrasquillo9743]

Thanks for the info 👍🏼

[@trinogt]

I just had my Ford C6 built up for my 73 F100 with fresh 351, 9.8:1 with Ford Racing B303 cam. They said they talk to Precision Cam in Iowa who recommended a 2200-2400 stall- It shifts nice and hard now, but I feel like I lost a lot of power off the line from my old trans that had a 3000 stall. I guess I need to talk to them?

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Yeah that’s a pretty low stall. Always run 3,000+. That’s my new rule.

[@Comet-hn3gm]

Lol, I love the legs and Jack! I have been doing that for years and years. I'm guessing many others do too. Just never seen someone else do it. 😄 good advice on converters. FTI builds a good converter. ATI, A1 also. BTW I drive regularly with a 5000+ ATI 8 inch converter in a 71 Nova that runs low 10s at the track, the way I drive on the street(closed coarse in Mexico) 😎

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Love it!!

[@ahndajong]

Good upgrade. Looks like you just need the truck tuned again. I'm new to your channel and glad to be here. Are you just a Chevy guy or do you have plans to restore a Ford? I'd love to see that. I think you do good work. Subbed.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thanks! Check out our last build. ‘64 F100

[@jesseesquivel6248]

I have 2000 Chevy Silverado LS swap with a 5.3 with a 25TSPMADMAXX cam. And it surges at every stop what converter would you recommend

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Call FTI. they seemed really helpful.

[@demarques1911]

I have a 383 with a big cam as well. I was wondering if i tow every so often Would it be okay to do that? I have a th350 with a 3200 stall. Makes alotta torque. Im sure its fine to do so but baby it will driving 😂

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Should be fine.

[@rebauto]

The oil pan looks like it sits dangerously low below the crossmember. Or was that just the camera angle.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

It's not as low as you might think. However, a shorter pan is on the list for future mods. Good eye!

[@GrandPitoVic]

I am doing a Ls3/6L90 swap in my 03'Crown Vic Police Interceptor. I have a BTR stage2 V2 cam 221/24X 113LSA. I've heard a few people dyno this cam which is the Redhot cam and they have been getting between 535 and Richard Holdner got 565 horse power out of it. I don't think I'll get that much. But close would be nice. Around 450 ish wheel would be nice.N/A build. I am looking to run a 3000 stall as well. I'm going to call FTI for my torque converter eventually once I get that far. I have a ways to go. Lol. I am making videos teaching my grandsons to work on them. I've gotten some great feed back. Seems family type videos people really resonate with. I was just putting up videos for my grandkids in case years down the road, they wanted to do something similar. The videos will always be there. They can Learn from grandpa. Lol. We didn't have KZbin when we grew up learning to work on cars lol. It's a great thing now. I REALLY like your truck. I have always loved the square bodies. Red always seem to suit them lol. My buddy had an 85' stepside 4 by lifted up on 38's and it was a similar shade of red. Gorgeous truck. I really like your wheels too. Thank you for the content brother.

[@BillyWillicker]

Pass on any FTI converter(or parts). For a converter, call Precision Industries. For one, it will work - and last. They also will do one free re-stall if you miss the mark when you first order. AND 5yr warranty. FTI will lose your invoice when their converter trashes your whole trans when it fails.

[@GrandPitoVic]

Dam it man!!! Really!!???? That sux!!!

[@GrandPitoVic]

Thank you for the info!!!!

[@BillyWillicker]

@@GrandPitoVic Did you purchase anything from FTI yet?

[@Pedritoe]

Watched this video wearing the same shirt 🤣

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Great minds think alike!

[@GlenKaufman]

If I upgrade my torque converter on my 2015 Dodge Charger RT will I need to get it tuned? I blew a transmission and I was told to get an upgraded torque converter with the new transmission. Is this good advice? Will I need a tune? This is my daily driver

[@GlenKaufman]

BTW you gained a new subscriber. Great Video.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Yep. Good idea and doesn’t require tuning.

[@fredjohnson1865]

Thanks for the info! I was having issues with my stage 2. I Didn’t knw you had to change the converter. I was wondering why my transmission wasn’t working properly lol

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Glad I could help!

[@chrissantiago405]

What setup your running and what converter you went with

[@Alec_Costa]

I bought a 383 stroker from blueprint engines and had to buy a transmission so I got a th 350 from Facebook marketplace that came with a 9in coan tork converter 3800 stall cam speck is .544 Intake .555 Exhaust what you think about the 3800 stall for the engine? I’m new to this stall converter situation

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

A lot depends on the weight of the car and where the power curve is in your engine. Drive it and see how you like it. Removing a TH350 is pretty simple.

[@Alec_Costa]

@@GreaseMonkeyTV peak torque is at 4400rpm and peak hp around 5500 and the car is a 1966 Pontiac lemans I believe it weighs around 3200lbs

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

@@Alec_Costa Peak isn't so much a factor as the curve when you're street driving.

[@donaldwillison6462]

just saw your build . I am also in the middle of a c10 build . saw you are in ok. I am also was hoping to pick your brain on a few issues I'm encountering. only asking because it looks like you used TCI Pro touring IFS. and I'm having issues. Thanks in advance.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

So you watched all the videos of this build?

[@donaldwillison6462]

@@GreaseMonkeyTV yes. I have built my frame using the TCI ,IFS and I've git a 96 corvette rear in it. looking at putting the slosh tubs in it but not sure if they will work. was planning to run 18x8 on the front with a 0 offset. Just not sure that the tubs will give me the room i need. And i think I've seen your truck around Moore before

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

@@donaldwillison6462 I'm sure the mild tubs will give you plenty of clearance assuming you're not running mud tires lol. I'm in NE OK so you've probably seen a different truck.

[@jesseesquivel6248]

Nice video bro is it a daily driver

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

I do drive it on all nice weather days.

[@PTucker0864]

Nice Squarebody! My biggest fear about working under a vehicle.....trusting jackstands. You made that look easy though! 👍

[@Geoduck.]

I own a number of tools from Harbor Freight but NOT jack stands. There are quality US made jack stands out there.

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Thanks 👍

[@taknmybeatings7036]

Harbor freight makes a fine jack stand. Safe as if in the hands of God.

[@taknmybeatings7036]

Cleanest Square body out there man. Or as clean as any I should say, there's some mighty nice ones out there.

[@Mark-sr3mk]

I have a 16 ford 150 2.7 EcoBoost engine just wondering if there's something I can do with the torque converter in my truck to help it go faster do you know what I can do to the engine to make the it faster.speed wise?its all stock now from the factory

[@GreaseMonkeyTV]

Livernois Motorsports.

[@ericcaisse791]

Thats a beautiful and clean truck have a 99Z28 built 6.o 3rd 4l60e supposed built some bs